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Science and Technology, Research

Scientists unearth first baby tyrannosaur fossils ever found

University of Alberta PhD student part of research that sheds new light on how the dinosaurs grew from tiny to titanic size.

January 25, 2021
By Andrew Lyle

Research, Health And Wellness, Science and Technology

U of A researchers developing fabric treatment for protective wear that kills viruses on contact

“Self-decontaminating” medical gowns and masks could also be washed and reused, says textile scientist.

January 25, 2021
By Bev Betkowski

Research, Health And Wellness

FDA approves new cardiovascular drug based on study from U of A’s Canadian VIGOUR Centre

Vericiguat, which was shown to reduce risk of cardiovascular death and heart failure, passes final regulatory hurdle in the United States.

January 25, 2021
By Ryan O’Byrne

Michael Houghton Awarded 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

University of Alberta virologist awarded Nobel Prize

Michael Houghton wins Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine along with Harvey J. Alter and Charles M. Rice for the discovery of the hepatitis C (HCV) virus.

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U of A Nobel winner’s impact extends from personal to global

Michael Houghton’s colleagues and trainees describe the determination that led him to discover the hepatitis C virus and continue his quest for vaccines that will save millions of lives.

08 October 2020 By Gillian Rutherford

Research , Science and Technology

COVID-19 has ‘created a new paradigm for developing vaccines,’ says U of A Nobel winner

A vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 is essential—and thanks to scientific advances and global will, it will likely come faster than any previous vaccine, according to virologist Michael Houghton.

08 October 2020 By Michael Brown

Research , Health And Wellness

Michael Houghton reacts to receiving Nobel Prize

U of A virologist Michael Houghton explains the only thing that could best receiving a Nobel Prize.

07 October 2020